Switching from topical to oral minoxidil resolved issues like watery eyes and ear itchiness. Users report oral minoxidil is better for sensitive skin, though some are concerned about sideeffects like hair growth everywhere.
The user experienced negative sideeffects from saw palmetto, including low libido and energy, and found some improvement after using Maca and Acetyl L-Carnitine. They emphasize lifestyle changes and positivity for recovery, while expressing caution about saw palmetto's sideeffects.
A person experienced severe sexual sideeffects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.
The user experienced sideeffects commonly attributed to Finasteride without ever taking the drug, suggesting these issues may stem from other life factors. They advise considering other potential causes before blaming Finasteride for such sideeffects.
The conversation discusses switching from oral to topical finasteride due to sideeffects like nipple soreness. The user seeks advice on diluting and applying topical finasteride to minimize adverse effects.
A user is concerned about hair loss and acne from a one-week course of 70 mg/day oral prednisolone for severe tinnitus. They are asking if these sideeffects are common.
An 18-year-old using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing sideeffects like delayed ejaculation and lower sex drive after three months. They are considering whether to continue with the treatment or adjust it, possibly switching back to minoxidil.
Finasteride and dutasteride, used for hair loss, can cause sexual dysfunction, depression, and suicidal thoughts, with some effects persisting after stopping. The post stresses the importance of being aware of these risks.
User tried oral and topical finasteride for hair loss but experienced headaches and concentration issues. They ask for advice on whether to continue or try other treatments like alfatradiol, fluridil, or pyrilutamide.
The user experienced reduced libido and erectile issues after taking 0.5mg dutasteride twice a week for 3-4 weeks. They are concerned about how long these sideeffects will last.
The user experienced severe sideeffects from finasteride, including anxiety and libido issues, and is currently using topical minoxidil and microneedling. They are considering trying dutasteride but are concerned about potential sideeffects.
The user was prescribed 5mg Finasteride and later switched to 1mg for hair loss, also using topical Minoxidil. They are concerned about potential lasting sideeffects from the initial 5mg dosage.
Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual sideeffects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.
Dutasteride at 0.5mg may have fewer sexual sideeffects than expected, with many sideeffects attributed to psychological factors (nocebo effect). The placebo group experienced more sideeffects, suggesting fear and anxiety might contribute to perceived sideeffects.
A user discusses starting finasteride for hair loss despite concerns about potential sexual sideeffects, emphasizing the psychological factors involved. Other users share mixed experiences, with some reporting no sideeffects and others experiencing issues.
A user experienced severe sexual sideeffects and man boobs after 11 months of finasteride use, despite initial positive results for hair growth. They are discontinuing finasteride and caution others about potential risks, suggesting that sideeffects may be more common than reported.
Applying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with concerns about sideeffects and application timing. Some users experience sideeffects, while others manage without issues, and there's interest in future treatments like pyrilutamide.
A long-term finasteride user experienced sideeffects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.
Minoxidil can cause dark, puffy undereyes. Users suggest using caffeine serum, retinol moisturizer, and Remescar eye bags cream to counteract this effect.
The user started a hair loss treatment with 1mg oral finasteride daily, PRP injections, and Ketoconazole shampoo, noticing reduced hair fall and slight improvement at the temples. They are concerned about potential sideeffects, which can vary in onset and duration.
A 22-year-old male is switching from topical to oral minoxidil due to limited results with topical use, while continuing oral finasteride and considering sideeffects. Users discuss experiences with oral minoxidil, noting potential sideeffects like swelling and headaches, but also its effectiveness compared to topical treatments.
A user experienced erectile issues after 7 months of using Finasteride and sought advice. Responses varied, with some suggesting breaks and others sharing similar sideeffects or dismissing concerns.
The user experienced sexual sideeffects from finasteride and switched to using only topical minoxidil without sideeffects. They are seeking alternatives to finasteride, such as topical finasteride, to maintain hair without adverse effects.
The conversation discusses using hormones like pregnenolone and tongkat ali to counteract sexual sideeffects from hair loss medications such as finasteride, dutasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil. The user stopped the other medications but continues using minoxidil while seeking advice on maintaining libido.
A user experienced hair loss and sideeffects from oral finasteride, leading them to consider switching to topical finasteride to reduce sideeffects while maintaining hair. Another user suggested trying dutasteride under medical supervision, noting individual differences in sideeffects.
Finasteride can cause sleep disturbances, but these often improve over time. Some users experience sideeffects like reduced libido and brain fog, while others see hair regrowth and manage sideeffects by adjusting dosage or switching to topical treatments.
The user's experience with oral minoxidil, which resulted in under-eye wrinkles; other users sharing their experiences and advice regarding hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and collagen supplementation.